Be a Ballerina

Ever wonder what it's like to be a real ballerina?

Talented teen Emily Seymour is just that. The dancer of the Sydney City Youth Ballet who appeared a production of The Polar Express, let us glimpse a whole day in her amazing life.

Rise and shine, Emily! This teen starts her day bright and early.
The perfect ballerina bun is a must-have.
Clean teeth are essential for someone who smiles as much as Em does!
She takes a train to school at the Tanya Pearson Classical Coaching Academy.
Here, her day starts by signing in for classes.
Ballet time. Emily is at the barre doing an 'attitude derriere' (meaning she swings her leg to the back).
Snack break. Emily keeps herself healthy with snacks such as fruit cups.
Back to class. Emily does a 'developpe a la seconde on pointe' which means a big unfolding movement on the tips of her toes. Pretty amazing, huh?
Lunchtime. Emily fuels up on curry with rice, a juice and an apple.
It's amazing what a good lunch can do! Emily does a grand jete, literally a big leap.
Now she and other students are learning variations on some famous ballets.
That's enough school for the day. Emily's off.
Ballerinas have to do homework too!
A nice steak dinner with veggies - yum!
Some catching up with friends and last stretches for the day.
After all that fun, it's time for bed.